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Common Reasons Employees Don’t Elect Disability Insurance

This article originally appeared on the Ameican Fidelity Blog   You may understand the importance of Disability Income Insurance but may be asking: Why aren’t more employees taking advantage of it? There are myriad reasons why employees aren’t electing the coverage.   Lack of Understanding Many employees don’t understand what disability insurance covers, how it…

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Disability Insurance Matters For Every Working Generation

By Steve Perrigo   No one expects to have a life-threatening illness or injury, but knowing how to safeguard your income can help deal with the overwhelm of treatment, recovery and bills piling up. It’s vital for U.S. workers including Baby Boomers, Generation X, Millennials and Generation Z, to understand the significance of federal disability…

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Understanding the Importance of Disability Insurance for Millennials

By Darlena Holland. HowThis article originally appeared on the American Fidelity Blog. Zip-lining in Costa Rica. Parasailing in Cabo. Skiing in Colorado. In today’s world, millennials have more access than ever before to new experiences, new adventures, and new opportunities to cross items off their bucket lists. Because of their active lifestyles, disability insurance is an important…

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Social Security’s Disability Program Is Not a Substitute for Long-Term Disability Insurance

Nobody wants to spend money if they don’t have to. One way people save is getting a cheaper version of something. Sometimes this is a good idea, or it at least makes sense. It is probably a good idea to try the more affordable cabernet, a drill from Harbor Freight instead of a DeWalt, or…

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Disability Insurance and Paid Leave Aren’t the Same

This article originally appeared on the American Fidelity blog   When you have to take time off from work, paid leave and disability insurance can help relieve some of the financial pressures of lost income. However, these two benefits are not the same. Key Differences Paid leave and disability insurance have different coverages but a…

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Disability Insurance is an Investment in Your Future

Alexandra Ginieres Chief Marketing Officer, MGIS   The ability to earn an income is what funds your lifestyle, your family, and ultimately, your future. Reliable income is the foundation of a sound financial plan; without it, financial consequences can be devastating and long-lasting. Luckily, we have the means to ensure a more stable future and…

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Does Social Security Retirement Replace Social Security Disability Insurance?

By Steve Perrigo Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Social Security retirement benefits are two vital programs administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA). This year an average of almost 67 million Americans per month will receive a Social Security benefit, totaling about $1.4 trillion in benefits paid during the year. Social Security is the…

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Expecting a Baby? Disability Insurance Can Help!

Expecting a baby? congratulations! You may not know it, but disability insurance offers valuable financial benefits for expectant parents. In the event that you become unable to work during or after your pregnancy, here are some ways that disability insurance can help:   Income Replacement Disability insurance will typically provides a portion of income if…

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Protecting Your Paycheck With The Combined Benefit of Social Security Disability Insurance and Ticket to Work

By Steve Perrigo, Allsup   Protecting your paycheck is more important than ever for most working Americans. The higher cost of everything from gas to groceries, plus high interest rates, make it a challenge to stay within household budgets. In these uncertain times, it’s important to know the federal protections that are in place should…

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Disability Insurance Is Important No Matter Your Age —What To Consider

By John Feeney, vice president, group sales and market development for the Renaissance Life & Health Insurance Company of America.   Attention Gen Z and Millennials: disability insurance is an important coverage for you, too. Some view employer-sponsored group disability insurance as an ancillary benefit reserved for older individuals, when in fact, disability insurance should…